Buyer III – Supply Chain

BLUE ORIGIN

. Own the full procurement lifecycle for complex, high-value, or long-lead commodities from early engagement through contract closeout .

Posted 11/8/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $96,074 - $134,503 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing the full procurement lifecycle, including complex negotiations, supplier qualification, and compliance with FAR/DFAR and SOX standards. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and develop strategic supplier agreements while maintaining audit-ready records.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Procurement Lifecycle ManagementComplex Negotiation StrategiesFAR/DFAR ComplianceSupplier QualificationCross-Functional Communication

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Hard Skills

Contract ManagementMarket ResearchShould-Cost AnalysisRisk AllocationSupplier Capability AssessmentMake/Buy AnalysisBusiness Case DevelopmentStrategic SourcingCommodity Strategy DevelopmentSupply Base Rationalization

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsInfluencing SkillsRelationship BuildingMentoringProblem-Solving

Certifications & Qualifications

CSCPCPSMPMP

Industry Keywords

AerospaceDefenseAS9100DOD Secret Security ClearanceSupplier Management

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own the full procurement lifecycle for complex, high-value, or long-lead commodities from early engagement through contract closeout
Lead development and execution of Long-Term Agreements, sourcing partnerships, and strategic agreements with senior buyer or commodity lead oversight
Develop and lead negotiation strategies for complex procurements and structure non-standard contract terms
Conduct market research, issue RFIs, identify and assess potential suppliers, and summarize capability findings
Coordinate supplier capability assessments, support first-article planning, and help establish qualified sources in internal systems
Contribute to supply base strategy, identify single-source risks, recommend mitigation options, and flag supply base gaps
Support make/buy analysis and early supplier engagement for new programs or commodity expansions
Ensure compliance with FAR/DFAR, SOX, and Blue Origin procurement standards and maintain audit-ready records
Serve as a cross-functional procurement point of contact for engineering, finance, and program teams
Mentor and support Buyer I and Buyer II team members on procurement process, compliance, and supplier management

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or a related field, plus 5–8 years of procurement or supply chain experience; or Master's degree plus 3–5 years
Demonstrated experience leading complex negotiations and managing strategic supplier agreements
Exposure to pre-sourcing, supplier qualification, or new supplier development activities
Strong understanding of contract types and risk allocation in procurement agreements
Deep knowledge of FAR/DFAR and SOX compliance; able to interpret and apply independently
Excellent analytical skills; able to build business cases, perform should-cost analysis, and present recommendations to leadership
Strong cross-functional communication and influencing skills; able to drive alignment across engineering, program, and finance stakeholders
Proven ability to manage ambiguity, define processes, and scale solutions across a growing team
Able to earn trust, build positive professional relationships, and contribute to an inclusive team culture
U.S. citizen, national, permanent resident, or lawfully admitted refugee/asylee
Desired: CSCP, CPSM, or PMP certification
Desired: Experience with new supplier qualification in an AS9100 or aerospace/defense environment
Desired: Familiarity with commodity strategy development or supply base rationalization
Desired: Current active DOD Secret Security Clearance and/or Special Access
Desired: Experience in Avionics or other complex manufactured commodities

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance
Paid parental leave
Short- and long-term disability
401(k) with a company match of up to 5%
Education Support Program
Stock Options for all regular employees working at least 20 hours/week
Up to four (4) weeks of Paid Time Off per year based on weekly scheduled hours
Up to 14 company-paid holidays
Potential benefits and bonuses based on role type, job level, individual contributions, and company results